Event Detail

Thursday March 5th, 2026 from 6pm - 8pm(ish)

In this 2 hour art class we will create a dark botanical illustration with a phase of the moon and/or stars inspired by the teachers (Erynn of Up Moss Creek Studio) art style! Stencils for moon shapes will be provided!

This will be a cozy guided art session that will include traditional scientific illustration techniques, how to paint light on top of dark, color theory and the benefits of dark negative space when portraying an organic subject. Class will start with students choosing a plant from around the store as reference, followed by step by step guidance in between focused painting. By the end of the class you will go home with a finished roughly 5 x 7 inch dark naturalism illustration of your own.

This class will be beginner oriented but all skill levels are welcome to attend!

All art supplies will be provided including pre-painted and distressed black watercolor paper, paint, brushes, glass palettes and water but please feel free to bring your own nature journal, sketchbook or preferred supplies.

12 person limit.

Location: Leaf & Quiet, 235 North 1st St. W, Suite F, Missoula, Montana 59802

All inclusive space

Bring your own drinks! Wine or tea available with donation(cash or venmo)

Free street and lot parking

If you have any questions please reach out to me (Erynn) at upmosscreek@gmail.com

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